Two companies have secured over £6.7 million to develop their world-leading launch technologies in a...

Published: 1:30 am December 13, 2023
Updated: 11:24 am October 8, 2025
UK Space Agency funding boost plans for launch from SaxaVord Spaceport and Sutherland Spaceport

Two companies have secured over £6.7 million to develop their world-leading launch technologies in a sustainable way and help cement the UK’s position as Europe’s leading destination for commercial spaceflight activities. 

The funding was awarded using UK Space Agency contributions to the European Space Agency’s (ESA) Boost! Programme which aims to help companies develop world-leading space transportation services and bring them to market.  

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